Breaking Boundaries: Advancements in Large-Scale Liquid Hydrogen Tank Technology for Shipping
Key Ideas
  • HD KSOE receives approval for its large-scale liquid hydrogen tank design, marking a significant step in enabling hydrogen transportation and storage.
  • ABS approves the tank design, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen in decarbonization efforts and the role of advanced systems in supporting its transportation.
  • Collaboration between global energy and shipping companies like Woodside Energy, MOL, and Hyundai Glovis further validates the feasibility of liquid hydrogen carriers.
  • The new vacuum insulation system by HD KSOE enables safe and efficient transport of large quantities of liquid hydrogen, contributing to the energy transition.
HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) has achieved a milestone with the approval in principle (AIP) from ABS for their large-scale liquid hydrogen tank design. This development underscores the importance of hydrogen in decarbonization efforts as a versatile element for fuel, feedstock, and energy storage. The vacuum insulation technology by HD KSOE allows for maintaining a vacuum state at -253°C, ensuring safe and loss-free transport of liquid hydrogen. Collaborations with leading companies like Woodside Energy, MOL, and Hyundai Glovis highlight the industry's commitment to advancing hydrogen transportation. The joint development of an 80,000 cubic meter liquid hydrogen carrier signifies progress in integrating hydrogen into the shipping sector. The positive sentiments expressed by industry experts and executives reflect confidence in the feasibility and efficiency of liquid hydrogen transport. The achievement by HD KSOE sets a strong foundation for future innovations in the field, emphasizing the dedication to energy transition and sustainability goals.
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